Image: GM Data scientists at General Motors (GM) are using AI and machine learning to pinpoint ideal EV charging station locations across the US. As EV sales hit record highs for GM in 2024, many drivers are still unsure where to charge their vehicles. To tackle this, GM has partnered with EVgo and Pilot Travel Centers… Continue reading GM is using AI to find ideal spots for EV charging stations
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Tesla sales fall, Honda brings back ASIMO, and a bunch of stuff from CES2025
Despite big discounts and 0% financing, Tesla sales are down for the first time in a decade … but there’s even bigger robot news with the return of Honda ASIMO, a flying car from China, and a whole lot more from today’s episode of Quick Charge! CES2025 was all about AI – and not just what… Continue reading Tesla sales fall, Honda brings back ASIMO, and a bunch of stuff from CES2025
Can Model Y refresh reignite Tesla’s growth?
Tesla is about to release a design refresh for Model Y, its most popular model, and it raises an important question: can it reignite Tesla’s growth? Fortunately, we have a good recent comparison since Tesla refreshed the Model 3 last year. Tesla doesn’t break down sales per model so we have to rely on third-party… Continue reading Can Model Y refresh reignite Tesla’s growth?
Mercedes-Benz EVs to get Tesla Supercharger access in February
Photo: Mercedes-Benz From February 2025, US Mercedes-Benz EV drivers will be able to charge their cars at over 20,000 Tesla Superchargers in the US and Canada. Drivers based in Canada will gain access to the Tesla Supercharger network later in 2025. Authorized Mercedes-Benz dealerships will provide a free software update for compatible vehicles to ensure… Continue reading Mercedes-Benz EVs to get Tesla Supercharger access in February
Nissan’s Ariya electric SUV takes on the extreme weather in its new test chamber [Video]
Despite how cold it may feel outside, Nissan’s electric SUV has likely been through colder. Nissan is proving its Ariya SUV can handle the extreme weather at its unique new test chamber at its tech center near Detroit. With temperatures ranging from -40 to 176 °F, the Ariya is being pushed to see what it’s… Continue reading Nissan’s Ariya electric SUV takes on the extreme weather in its new test chamber [Video]
Tesla board members officially settle excessive compensation case for nearly $1 billion
A judge has officially approved a settlement in a case brought by Tesla shareholders against board members who will now have to return stock, cash, and give up on stock options worth a total of nearly $1 billion. Let me start this article with a quote from Tesla CEO Elon Musk: Tesla will never settle… Continue reading Tesla board members officially settle excessive compensation case for nearly $1 billion
Tesla officially appeals judge’s decision on Elon Musk’s compensation package
Tesla has officially filed its appeal against the Delaware judge’s decision on Elon Musk’s compensation package. It’s heading to the state’s Supreme Court. For a full context of the case, you can read our last article on Judge McCormick rejecting Tesla’s claim that the new shareholder would ratify the compensation package and force her to… Continue reading Tesla officially appeals judge’s decision on Elon Musk’s compensation package
CES2025 | new Honda 0 EV models inch closer to production
Honda kicked off the 2025 Consumer Electronics Show (CES) in high style today with the global debut of the first two models in its new 0 Series of EVs set to roll off the line in 2026 – along with your newest road trip buddy: ASIMO (!). With talk of artificial intelligence and robotics beginning to… Continue reading CES2025 | new Honda 0 EV models inch closer to production
ZEEKR to deliver multiple EVs in 2025 with NVIDIA Thor tech, including a US model for Waymo
Chinese EV Automaker ZEEKR is marking its third consecutive presence on the display floors of CES. During this year’s event, ZEEKR began teasing at least three new models scheduled to launch in 2025, some of which will feature an NVIDIA DRIVE Thor-based smart driver domain controller. In addition to those codenamed models, ZEEKR is also… Continue reading ZEEKR to deliver multiple EVs in 2025 with NVIDIA Thor tech, including a US model for Waymo
Tesla US sales dropped by as much as 5% despite record incentives and Cybertruck
A new estimate put Tesla’s US sales down by 5% in 2024 compared to the prior year despite the automaker offering record discounts, incentives, and the addition of the Cybertruck to its lineup. Following Tesla’s production and delivery results for Q4 and the full-year 2024, the market is still digesting the information. As we pointed… Continue reading Tesla US sales dropped by as much as 5% despite record incentives and Cybertruck